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NSU 942

1989 MG Td/tf

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,439 mi
Last recorded7,439 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 MG Td/tf20,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSU 942
MakeMG
ModelTd/tf
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 7,439 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 7,079 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 7,075 miles

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 6,705 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 6,693 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 6,685 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 6,626 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 6,410 miles

n/s/front steering rack has slight play

How Reliable is the MG Td/tf?

Based on 4,175 MOT tests across 633 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
633
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 110
brake binding 66
brake recording little or no effort 65
Stop lamp not working 57
brake application uneven 52
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NSU 942 is a 1989 MG Td/tf in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 MG Td/tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 20,051 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Td/tf fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NSU 942, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Td/tf typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 37 years old, this MG Td/tf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NSU 942?

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What year was NSU 942 registered?

NSU 942 is a 1989 MG Td/tf, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is NSU 942 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSU 942 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSU 942 have outstanding finance?

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